Assistant Professor, Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon

New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical Center

The New England Eye Center (NEEC), the academic ophthalmology department of Tufts Medical Center (TMC) in Boston, MA, invites applications for a full-time, dynamic Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon to join our esteemed faculty at the Assistant Professor level. This is a unique opportunity to become part of the Tufts University School of Medicine (TUSM) and the Tufts Medicine health system, delivering innovative, comprehensive care to patients across Massachusetts and the broader New England region.

About the Opportunity:

Experience the best of both academic and private practice models. This position uniquely combines the prestige and resources of Tufts Medical Center and New England Eye Center with the opportunity to rapidly build a significant functional and aesthetic surgical volume, supported by a strong referral base and clinical operations. The successful candidate will:

• Provide expert clinical care within the resource-rich environment of Tufts Medical Center in Boston and extend your reach through practice at strategically located suburban satellite locations, offering diverse patient populations and practice settings.

• Engage deeply in academic medicine by teaching and mentoring the next generation of ophthalmology residents and medical students at Tufts University School of Medicine, while your clinical expertise directly informs your educational contributions.

• Contribute to the advancement of the field by participating in academic and clinical research, with opportunities to translate clinical observations into research questions and leverage institutional support for scholarly activities.

• Become an integral part of a high-volume, well-established oculofacial plastic surgery service, benefiting from a strong existing referral network and operational efficiencies that allow you to quickly build a robust functional and aesthetic practice, akin to a successful private practice but within an academic support structure.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology

• Completion of a 2-year ASOPRS-approved fellowship in Oculofacial Plastic Surgery

• Eligible for a Massachusetts medical license

• Demonstrated drive and enthusiasm for developing a thriving clinical practice

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to medical education

• Interest in clinical research

Why Join Us:

Join a team of nationally recognized faculty who are leaders in clinical care, research, and education, offering exceptional mentorship and collaborative opportunities.

We offer:

• A diverse and dynamic clinical environment with over 90,000 annual ambulatory visits and 8,000 surgeries

• Rich opportunities for collaboration with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team of subspecialists including dermatologic surgery, neurosurgery, otolaryngology/head and neck surgery, oncology, and radiation oncology

• Supported opportunities to contribute meaningfully to education and innovation, shaping the future of oculofacial plastic surgery

• Dedicated mentorship for career development in academic medicine and practice growth

• Clear pathways for academic advancement

Compensation and Benefits:

As an employee of the Tufts Medical Center Physician Organization, you will receive:

• A guaranteed base salary

• Competitive departmental incentive plans

• Generous retirement benefits (401(a) and 403(b))

• CME funds and protected time for professional development

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Generous vacation and holiday leave

Practice Locations:

NEEC provides patient care across several well-equipped locations in the Greater Boston area, including:

• Boston (main campus)

• Brookline

• Cambridge

• Framingham

• Wellesley

We also collaborate with affiliate partners across New England, offering flexibility and reach.

Life in Boston:

Experience the dynamic blend of history and innovation that Boston offers. As one of the country's most vibrant cities, Boston provides:

• World-class universities and liberal arts education

• Excellent public and private schools

• Easy access to coastal beaches, ski resorts, and mountain trails

• A thriving arts and culture scene (Boston Symphony Orchestra, Museum of Fine Arts, theaters, and more)

• Passionate sports culture with the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics, Bruins, and Revolution

• National and international access via Logan International Airport

Interested candidates should provide a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to Elizabeth Denson at [email protected] 

The salary range for this position is $238,304 - $314,916 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, internal equity, and academic rank.

At Tufts Medicine, we view this investment not merely as compensation, but as recognition of the significant impact you will have in advancing our mission and shaping the future of patient care, research, and education.